One student is dead, another was taken to a trauma center after being struck by a vehicle near Woodlands Middle School in Lake Worth on Thursday afternoon.
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) confirmed the initial details. Its spokesperson Teri Barbera saying, “Right now all I can confirm is that two students were struck by a possible semi.”
Captain TR with Palm Beach County Fire Rescue later told CBS12 News that the crash occurred at around 4 p.m. R said one of the students had died, with the other being taken by ambulance to a nearby trauma center.
PBSO is asking motorists to avoid the area of Lyons Road between Lantana Road and Lake Worth Road while authorities handle the scene.
Following the incident JK, the principal of Woodlands Middle School, sent out a message to families:
Woodlands Middle School families,
It is with great sadness I inform you that one of our students has died following an off-campus incident. Another student involved in the incident is currently in the hospital. For confidentiality reasons and out of respect for the privacy of the families, I am not sharing the names of the students at this time.
I have been in touch with their families. On behalf of Woodlands Middle School, I have expressed our sincere condolences to the family of the student who has passed away. I will do what I can to provide support on behalf of our school community.
The message goes on to say that many students saw the deadly incident that transpired, and that it could be first time their child is witnessing the death of someone. The principal said grief counseling, school counselors and school psychologists will be available on campus Friday.
Principal K said if a student needs emotional support, they can dial 211 to reach the 211 Helpline for Palm Beach and Treasure Coast.
This is a breaking news story.
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source: cbs12
